Certifications

Day Care Administration Career Prep

In this course, we will become familiar with the development and management of a child daycare center, including such elements as child development theories, legal considerations, bookkeeping, staffing, site management, and parental involvement. The goal of a quality day care facility is to provide child care that meets the needs of each child and family in a safe, educational environment.At a quality center, the workers and management strive to meet the individual needs of each child, while providing quality, reliable and safe child care..
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Certificates

Administrative Office Assistant Career Prep

In this course, we will discuss and become proficient in the skills necessary to succeed as an administrative office assistant, including office etiquette, reception skills, technology, correspondence, calender management, bookkeeping, travel planning, and other duties performed by an assistant..
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Become an Entrepreneur

The purpose of this course is to give the student tools, information, and strategies to equip them in a way that will give them the best chance of success when starting a business. We will discuss topics such as risk, economics, the global market, ethics, legal considerations, organization, humans resources, and marketing. As a student reads, completes practices and assignments, discusses with others, and takes assessments, he or she will gain a practical understanding of the components of a small business and the steps that one takes to create and establish that business, from the idea, to the business plan, to the strategies for helping that business to succeed and grow..
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Florist Career Prep

In this course, we will learn and apply the principles of floral design, explore the history of floral arranging, and become familiar with the various groups, classifications, and names of flowers and foliage, along with the opportunities in the floral design industry..
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Interior Design Career Prep

Interior Design Career Prep is a comprehensive introduction to the creative, technical, and business knowledge required by the interior design profession. The course encompasses color theory, design history, architectural elements, finishing touches, trend forecasting, and the basics of running a business. In addition, this course addresses contemporary concerns such as sustainability, universal design, and adaptive reuse. The course is rooted in a practical approach to creating safe, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing spaces for residential and contract clients..
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Photographer Career Prep

In this course, you will find information about both conventional film photography and digital capture. You will develop a step by step understanding of both photographing and developing with digital tools as well as conventional photography and darkroom techniques. We will discuss general photographic techniques, visual awareness, and a variety of troubleshooting issues, as well as a basic understanding of the photography business..
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Travel and Tourism Agent Career Prep

This course will look at the tourism industry through the lens of business, specifically by considering the management, marketing, and finance issues most important to industry members. The course will start with a comprehensive model of tourism and continue with individual sections that provide a thorough understanding of all sectors of travel and tourism. The role of the travel agents, technology, transportation modes, accommodations, cruise lines, destinations, attractions, and food and beverage operations are all covered in detail..
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